A tractor-trailer accident occurred in Chester County at about 10:44 a.m. on a Tuesday morning. The incident was so severe that the vehicle overturned. Truck accidents like this are dangerous for all involved, including those who are struck by them or who indirectly suffer injuries as a result of the accident.
In this particular accident, the tractor-trailer overturned in the eastbound lanes of Route 30 Bypass in Downingtown near mile marker 288.8. Police did not report much more about the accident, including whether the driver or anyone else was hurt. The truck was carrying mulch at the time of the accident. Speak with a Chester County truck accident lawyer today.
What to Do After a Tractor Trailer Accident
If you are hurt in a tractor-trailer accident, your first step is to call 911 and get out of the way of more harm, if possible. Provide the police with information about what you saw and experienced in the accident. Then, get medical care. You should always prioritize your care first, even if you feel okay immediately after the accident.
After an incident like this, contact a truck accident lawyer. Your attorney will work with you to determine what your losses are, but also who is to blame. This could be the truck driver, but it may also include the trucking company as well as third parties involved. Our attorneys at Kwartler Manus can provide you with the legal insight and support you need in tough situations like these through a free consultation.